Saturday, June 9, 2012

Writers Wanted – Aussie Club & Schoolboy Rugby

Here is an opportunity for budding writers to get their views and
talents shared on the unofficial home of Aussie rugby – Green and Gold Rugby.
Illustrious careers have been launched in just such a manner.
Specifically, they're looking for Rugby interested writers to provide
reports, previews, round ups and features about any of the first grade club
rugby or schoolboy competitions in Australia. Show ability and
application over time, and you well move into covering the Super Rugby and/or
International game, should that be your desire.

What’s in it for you?As you’ve probably guessed, this
isn’t a paid position (although there is a potential for a bit of old fashioned
‘boot money’ over time if things work out). What you will most definitely get
however is

Experience – we’ll share with you all our knowhow on the cutting
edge of sports blogging and writing

Exposure – while G&GR gets literally millions of hits, what
always impresses us are who some of those people are: international and
Super players, coaches and staff, journalists, editors, sponsors.

Identity – we’ll also help you build your online identity through
our social media channels as well as what you develop on the site through your
body of work

Mateship – we all have a ball doing this both offline and online.
If you enjoy the people you meet through rugby, you’ll love it here

What are our requirements?

A deep love and knowledge of rugby

Writing proficiency – you don’t have to be Dostoevsky, but a decent
standard is important

Style – if you’ve read G&GR you’ll see we’re pretty open
stylistically. What we do try and do though is always represent a balanced view,
even if delivered with passion or humour. Please don’t apply to pump up your
club, school or favourite players

Commitment – it may only be one 500 word article a week, but we
need it consistently – no ‘fly by nights’

Accuracy – we need the facts, figures, scores and names right,
otherwise it’s egg on face and a reaming in the comments

If you’re up for it then get in touch through our CONTACT US
PAGE and denote that you’re looking to write with us.